May 15, 2024 - Thailand Inquirer

New Research Increases Confidence in the Benefits of Vegan Diets for Dogs

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND / ACCESSWIRE / May 15, 2024 / A new study has increased confidence in the apparent benefits of vegan diets for dogs. The study reanalysed data within a key 2022 study of 2,536 dogs – the largest published study within this field. T…

SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND / ACCESSWIRE / May 15, 2024 / A new study has increased confidence in the apparent benefits of vegan diets for dogs. The study reanalysed data within a key 2022 study of 2,536 dogs – the largest published study within this field. That study concluded that the healthiest and least hazardous dog foods were nutritionally-sound vegan diets. However, owner opinions of health were included, which may not always be reliable. For example, owners committed to feeding vegan or meat-based diets might sometimes fail to recognise or report subsequent health problems.

The new study used additional statistical methods, including machine learning, to analyse owner opinions of health. It found these were minimally affected when vegan diets were fed. Stated Prof. Andrew Knight – lead author of the original study, "I was relieved to see confirmation that feeding vegan diets had minimal impact on owner opinions about health. This increases my confidence in the reliability of the owner opinions we used."

The new study focused specifically on subjective owner opinions of health, in contrast to the original study which examined seven general indicators of illness, including more objective data such as the frequency of medication use, therapeutic diet use, and veterinary visits. The original study also analysed the reported assessments of veterinarians concerning dog health, as well the prevalence of 22 of the most common health disorders in dogs. Stated Knight, "The large number of health parameters we studied, and the very large number of dogs included, provide a high degree of confidence in the results."

By May 2024 there were 10 studies in dogs, and three in cats, demonstrating equivalent or superior health outcomes when vegan diets are fed, as well as one systematic review covering both species. In April 2024, the longest, most comprehensive peer-reviewed study demonstrated that dogs fed nutritionally-sound vegan diets maintained health outcomes as well as those fed meat. The study comprehensively analysed blood cells and biochemistry, blood nutrient levels, urine, veterinary clinical parameters, and monthly pet owner questionnaires. It studied 15 dogs fed solely vegan diets for an entire year – just under one tenth of an average dog lifespan, or around seven human years. Another 2022 study demonstrated that 1,052 dogs fed vegan diets lived 1.5 years longer, on average, than dogs fed meat. Stated Prof. Knight, "This equates to around an extra decade of life for a human. Additionally, dogs fed vegan diets appear less impacted by certain health problems that impair quality of life. However, it is essential that any diets fed be nutritionally-sound."

Prof. Knight also analysed the environmental benefits of vegan pet diets in a major recent study. This demonstrated that if all the world’s pet dogs went vegan, more greenhouse gases than those emitted by the UK would be saved. Knight stated that "Climate change is becoming a major threat to life on Earth. With the livestock sector a leading cause, substantial dietary change is now essential, and that includes pet diets."

Contact Information

Andrew Knight
Veterinary Professor of Animal Welfare
andrew.knight@winchester.ac.uk

SOURCE: Prof. Andrew Knight

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People don’t approve of artists being involved in politics.

Bangkok, “North Bangkok University” reveals the results of a poll on the case of celebrity artists taking on political roles. It was found that the majority of people viewed it as inappropriate – did not agree with it. Ready to state that you should …

Asst. Prof. Dr. Sanit Siriwisitkul Head of the Research Department, Research Office, North Bangkok University, revealed that from a public opinion survey on the case ‘Star artists take on political roles’ out of a total of 1,500 from every region across the country. It was found that celebrity artists become members of political parties and run for elections. 44.6% of those surveyed agreed that it is a personal right and viewed it as inappropriate 55.40%.

‘At the same time, it explores how famous artists come out to criticize politics. It was found that 42.20% agreed because it is a personal right but must not violate the law and 57.80% disagreed because it was not appropriate,’ said Asst. Prof. Dr. Sanit.

Asst. Prof. Dr. Sanit said that he ask
ed about the case of a celebrity artist being the leader of a political movement group. such as anti-law movement Marching to demand rights, it was found that 41.70% agreed because it is a personal right but must not violate the law and 58.30% disagreed, giving the reason that it was inappropriate. In addition, they asked about their opinions on how to express their opinions towards artists and celebrities who have come out to be politically active. To which the surveyor gave the answer: Still following and admiring the same because political expression is a different part from acting, 47.60% and another 52.4% answered that they would stop following. Because artists and celebrities are public figures, they should remain neutral.

Source: Thai News Agency

The court extended the time to take the final step.

Constitutional Court, The Constitutional Court allows “Moving Forward” to extend the time to explain the dissolution of the party for another 15 days, for the final time. An explanation must be given within 2 June.

Constitutional Court judges held a…

Constitutional Court judges held a meeting and considered a petition filed by the Election Commission or Election Commission asking the court to consider the case of the Forward Party. Has behavior that subverts the democratic regime of government with the King as Head of State. and is considered to be acting in a manner that may be hostile to the democratic regime of government with the King as Head of State. It is a cause for the dissolution of the party according to the Organic Act on Political Parties, Section 92, paragraph one (1) and (2). The facts appear according to the Constitutional Court’s decision no. 3/2024. Therefore, the Constitutional Court is requested to order the dissolution of the party. Revoke the right to apply for election to the party executive committee. Party executive c
ommittees and those whose rights have been revoked to apply for election are prohibited from registering a new political party or being a party executive committee member or participating in the establishment of a new political party for 10 years from the date the court orders the dissolution of the party.

The party has come a long way as a respondent. The petition was filed on May 13th. Request to extend the period for submitting a third and final explanation of the allegation for another 15 days. The court has considered the request and has ordered granting permission to extend the period as requested. The deadline for submitting an explanation to answer the allegations is June 2, 2024.

Source: Thai News Agency

Urge to investigate – take legal action against fire at chemical factory

Parliament, “Akkaradet” reveals the meeting Industry Committee Discuss progress in transporting cadmium waste, prepare to issue complete certificate Ror.Ngor.4 in accordance with government policy. Call for investigation into chemical factory fire an…

Mr. Akradet Wongpitakroj, Ratchaburi MP, Ruam Thai Sang Chart Party As Chairman of the Industrial Commission (Committee) House of Representatives said before the meeting The Industrial Committee today said that it had invited Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Industry The Department of Industrial Works, the Mineral City Department, the Pollution Control Department and related agencies attended to discuss legal action against those who that violates the law, both on the part of government officials and entrepreneurs, what progress has been made?

Mr. Akradet said that today he will follow up on whether How many tonnes of cadmium waste has been transported? Initially, it is known that Bangkok has finished moving, while Samut Sakhon
and Chonburi provinces will have the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Industry to explain this part. As for the issue of issuing licenses to operate factories or Ror.Ngor.4, there are hundreds of outstanding cases. The committee meeting in March invited the Director-General of the Department of Industrial Works to explain the problem found: the documents were incomplete. The matter was sent back to the provincial industry. Collecting additional documents for those requesting a R.N.4 certificate. It is now expected that they will be sent back to the Department of Industrial Works. and the Director-General will expedite the issuance of R.N.4 certificates to entrepreneurs.

‘As for the faculty The committee has given its opinion that the hastening of the issuance of R.R.4 certificates as requested by the Prime Minister and the Minister of Industry has given orders to expedite It is a matter of necessity. Because Thailand must accept investment from investors. The later the Ror Ngor.4 license is issued, it
will affect the economic and investment conditions. The urgency of both of you is considered correct. The important thing is that licensing must be controlled in accordance with the law and in compliance with regulations. Otherwise, there will be an impact on the environment in the community and the people,’ Mr. Akradet said.

As for the issue of the chemical factory having a fire accident in the latter period, Mr. Akradet said that this matter must be divided into two parts. The first part is caused by an accident. from the extremely hot weather conditions causing frequent accidents which we cannot protect But it’s important that we get the fire under control quickly. Today, the faculty The Industrial Committee has invited agencies involved in fire control to explain what the fire response measures are.

‘The part about arson is another issue. in burning and destroying evidence of waste from industrial plants There is doubt that this has happened, such as in Rayong Province. This is an important part that th
e Minister of Industry Hastened to prosecute those who committed crimes. The committee supports this approach and is accelerating the process. The occurrence of a fire, whether from an accident or arson. The most important thing is a fire response plan. The committee meeting will inquire about the incident response plan and will give suggestions to relevant agencies for improvement,’ Mr. Akradet said.

Mr. Akradet said that today there was a Rayong MP giving observations and suggestions to the committee on what issues they would like to improve. In this part, citizens will be able to participate in controlling the fire. In the event of a fire, you will receive news on how to prepare. which is communication between the government and people affected by fires There will be a conclusion today.

Source: Thai News Agency

The regulations have been revised but there are still some groups affected.

Administrative Court, The Administrative Court scheduled to read an order requesting revocation of the Election Commission’s regulations for introducing senators. This May 24, “Prachatai” pointed out that even the Election Commission has revised some…

The Central Administrative Court has scheduled a hearing in the case of Mr. Thewarit Maneechai, editor of Prachatai News Agency. Filed a lawsuit against the Election Commission (EC) asking to revoke the Election Commission’s regulations regarding self-introduction in selecting senators, B.E. 2024, because they saw that Such regulations are contrary to the constitution. Especially in the case of not allowing candidates to become senators. Including the media publishing the introduction of the candidates to the public for the public to receive. This causes a lack of public participation according to the rights provided by the constitution. Both parties traveled to give evidence to the c
ourt readily. On the plaintiff’s side, Mr. Thewarit Maneechai, editor of Prachatai News Agency, came by himself. Meanwhile, the Election Commission assigned the legal department to be a representative to explain to the court.

After investigating for more than 3 hours, Mr. Thewarit revealed that today’s hearing is a good sign. Because the Election Commission has informed the court that it has revised the said regulations in sections 7 and 8 that allow applicants who are selected to be senators to introduce themselves through social media. However, Regulation 11 (2 ) (5) There is also an impact on applicants working in the mass media and performing arts who may have problems. In the case of revealing one’s identity Including showing your abilities through various types of public media, there may be problems with complaints that Violating the regulations for selecting senators. There is a penalty of imprisonment not exceeding 1 year or a fine not exceeding 20,000 baht, or both. and the court ordered the revocat
ion of that person’s voting rights for a period of 5 years, which from the said regulations This may cause those who wish to apply to not dare to apply. However, they must wait for the court’s decision on what direction to order on May 24th.

Reporters report that tomorrow (May 16) the Central Administrative Court has scheduled a hearing in the case where Mr. Panus Tasaneeyanon, former dean of the Faculty of Law, Thammasat University, and others filed a lawsuit requesting revocation of the said regulations at 1:30 p.m.

Source: Thai News Agency